Accessibility
Narita International Airport is located approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres) east of central Tokyo in the city of Narita, Chiba. The airport is over an hour's travel from the city and is accessible via several transportation methods:
By car
Narita International Airport links to major highways, including the Higashi-Kanto Expressway and the Shin-Kuko Expressway. Visitors can access both short-term and long-term parking options at the airport, specifically at terminals 1 and 2. Visitors who use terminal 3 should park in terminal 2 due to the lack of parking options at terminal 3.
Taxis
Taxis in Japan are generally safe, and they carry green licence plates. Taxi ranks in Narita airport can be found outside each terminal:
- Terminal 1: Arrivals area, 1st floor
- Terminal 2: Arrivals area, 1st floor
- Terminal 3: Arrivals area, 1st floor
Since most travellers head for central Tokyo upon arrival, a taxi ride from Narita Airport to central Tokyo typically costs between ¥ $20,000 and ¥ $30,000 (~$180-$270), depending on traffic and the specific destination.
By ride-sharing services
You can access ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft directly from Narita Airport. Designated pick-up points are located near the arrival areas of each terminal.
- Terminal 1: head for the bus stops near the terminal exits to find the pick-up point.
- Terminal 2: find designated areas for ride-sharing services at the bus stops outside the South Exit.
- Terminal 3: look near the bus stops between Stands 2 and 3 to find pick-up points.
By bus
Several bus network services link Narita Airport with major locations in Tokyo and surrounding areas. When travellers reach these central locations, they can find buses heading to their specific locations.
Commuters commonly use the Airport Limousine Bus and the Tokyo Shuttle Bus, providing smooth rides directly to major hotels and transport hubs in Tokyo.
By train
An extensive network of train services runs through Narita, connecting the airport with major stations in Tokyo, including Tokyo Station, Shibuya, Shinagawa, Yokohama, and Shinjuku.
The Narita Express "N'EX" is the fastest and most convenient way to reach major cities and districts. Transporting to major locations takes approximately 60 minutes, but you can rapidly connect to Ueno and Nippori stations (within about 41 minutes) via the Keisei Skyliner.
By metro
Although the Tokyo Metro network does not directly serve Narita Airport, travellers can first reach the Keisei or JR lines and then access the Tokyo Metro at various designated points in Tokyo.
Barrier-Free service
Tokyo-Narita International Airport caters to the commuting needs of passengers with reduced mobility via comprehensive barrier-free services. Whether physical or mental disability (sensory or locomotion, permanent or temporary), advanced age, or any cause of disability, special attention is given to passengers in this category to guarantee a worry-free transition.
You can find more information about the barrier-free services on the airport's
official website.
Parking
The main parking options at Narita Airport are at terminals 1 and 2 (T1 and T2). Visitors can enjoy both short-term and long-term parking at these lots, as well as other elegant facilities.
For Terminal 1, you should head to P1 or P5 car parks, while for Terminal 2, drivers should enter P2 and P3. The parking areas are well-signposted and linked to the terminals via shuttle buses that operate regularly.
Travelling between terminals
A free shuttle bus service runs between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m., connecting Terminals 1, 2, and 3. The shuttle buses operate every 5 to 6 minutes and get between terminals in under 20 minutes, helping visitors enjoy a smooth and convenient transition.
Alternatively, travellers can take the train between T1 and T2 or T3. Commuting between T2 and T3 can be done via shuttle buses or by foot, as the two terminals aren't far apart. On foot, it takes approximately 15 minutes to move between T2 and T3, while shuttle buses take only three minutes.
